With just his voice and a guitar, Evyn is expert at entertaining a wide range of audiences whether the occasion calls for mellow guitar instrumentals or wild party music! A wireless setup allows him to cover your entire event. Even as a solo performer, he is well-known for keeping guests dancing.
With a repertoire of hundreds of songs--from classics to current--people of all ages can enjoy his music.

My song "You Bring Me Out" featured in the movie "Break" written and directed by Marc Clebanoff. This montage starts with scenes from the movie. Actress Sarah Thompson sings; later I cut to myself singing the song. The end of the video shows actors and movie credits. This is a short version. A longer video contains the entire song.

I composed and performed the music for this commercial.
Recorded at Songs & Artists Music, Culver City, California. March 2011.

A young man contacted me to play music while he proposed marriage to his girlfriend. I learned some of their favorite songs--notice how she looks up as I start singing them. He wanted to propose to the French song "La Mer" and did not know I was born and raised in France so it turned out to be a lucky coincidence!

Cover of the Eagles classic performed at Sherman Oaks Galleria, California. Mother's Day 2011.

The perfect instrumental guitar accompaniment for ceremony music, wedding receptions or quieter events.

The perfect instrumental guitar accompaniment for ceremony music, wedding receptions or quieter events.

I was born and raised in France and have lived in the U.S.A. most of my life. While I make a living playing guitar and singing, I never sang in French professionally until 2009. Now in my repertoire are some of the most beloved French songs of all time. I hope you enjoy!
Recorded in Culver City, California. October 2009.

When a duo or trio is more appropriate than a full band, Evyn and his friends still deliver a rich and entertaining sound.
This video features the reknowned Anthony Long on saxophone and Kenny Kasoff on bass.
Other combinations include percussion, keyboards, flute or even a bagpiper for St. Patrick's Day!

I posted another video of this song also shot in Venice Beach. This one is on the actual beach; the other one is from earlier in the Summer at the Sidewalk Cafe.
Chris "Big Man" Cronin directed as part of a video shoot for Fresh Culture.
Recorded in Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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Summer Concerts at the Simi Valley Town Center, California (Los Angeles area).
Band: Evyn Charles (lead vocals+guitar); Kenny Kasoff (bass+vocals); Andy Milukoff (guitar); Duane Waider (drums).
Video by David Faige (davidfaige@cosmicshipmedia.net)

Violinist Jonathan Morin adds some tasteful accompaniment

Saxophonist Mike Breidegam was along on this performance

Violinist Jonathan Morin adds some tasteful accompaniment

Solo Acoustic

My attempt to write a song in the vein of Bob Marley's "Waiting In Vain." It has become one of my most popular requests.
Chris "Big Man" Cronin directed as part of a video shoot for Fresh Culture.
Recorded in Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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Written from the perspective of a beach volleyball player--or any beach bum (a little like myself!).
Chris "Big Man" Cronin directed as part of a video shoot for Fresh Culture.
Recorded in Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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Acoustic Guitar/Vocal version of Alicia Keys song... I had just learned this song and decided to shoot my first webcam video--I even left the weird head-swiveling and eye-rolling in... I hope you enjoy it anyway.
Now maybe I will become as rich and famous as everybody else on YouTube :)
Until then, you can catch me playing this and other songs at some bar, restaurant or party!
Recorded in Culver City, California. February 2008.

Ovallite Productions owner Hooshmand Harooni asked me to stop by his production facility so he could test the new stage and equipment. We recorded several songs; when we were done, he requested The Rolling Stones' "Angie," one of his favorites. All the fancy lighting had been turned off and--as is often the case--the performance and look turned out to be our favorite of the entire session!
Recorded at Ovallite Studios, Los Angeles, California. August 2009.

A positive inspirational original song that reflects my personal outlook.
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Tom Petty is one of my favorite artist/songwriters. This song has an irresistible bittersweet quality.
Recorded at The Sidewalk Cafe, Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.

I wrote this song because I play at many beach venues during sunset. It has become a favorite among my customers. Some people have told me they make sure to be there at sunset just to hear me sing "Watching The Sunset"! (I use the guitar part from The Beatles' "Here Comes the Sun" as a musical quote at the end).
Recorded at The Sidewalk Cafe, Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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The last in a series of songs I wrote as a result of my separation and divorce; I was truly an emotional wreck by that point! Someone kindly suggested it sounds a little bit like a Johnny Cash song. This video was recorded at my home studio. I had just bought my first camcorder and experimented with a little bit of editing. Clearly, Spielberg and Tarantino's jobs are safe...
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A song about some brilliant people who--like bright candles--burn out faster than the rest.
Recorded at "New" Tony's Restaurant, Redondo Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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Director Daniel Robert Cohn followed the band to several gigs within a 2 week period and assembled a terrific video.
Dave Chamberlin, Guitar; Dave Aubol, Bass; Warren Thompson, Drums. Poet Jim Bolt  was the announcer for St.Mark's gig.
Filmed in various Los Angeles area locations.

A perfect addition to Evyn's style, these great musicians are accomplished professionals. Many of them have toured or recorded with major artists.
This video features Kenny Kasoff (bass/vocals); Geoff Pearlman (guitar/vocals); and Dayna Franklin (drums/percussion).
Depending on the occasion, the band has up to six members.